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Beryl (Bicolor) from Skardu, Baltistan, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan

 
Beryl (Bicolor) from Skardu, Baltistan, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan

Beryl (Bicolor) from Skardu, Baltistan, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan

DESCRIPTION:No. 12942
Mineral:Beryl (Bicolor)
Locality:Skardu, Baltistan, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan
Description:Excellent crystal of beryl 4.5 cm across. The upper 1 cm is aquamarine blue beryl, the lower 3 cm is pink morganite beryl. The termination has an unusual etched surface. Internally the crystal is chatoyant (cat's eye). ex. Al Sebela (1921-2000) collection
Overall Size:4.5x4.5x3.5 cm
Crystals:4.5 cm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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